Physical Inactivity

 Introduction[edit | edit source]

Sedentary Behaviour[edit | edit source]

Environmental Factors[edit | edit source]

Urbanization[edit | edit source]

Increased urbanization has resulted in several environmental factors which may discourage participation in physical activity such as:[1]

  • violence
  • high-density traffic
  • low air quality, pollution
  • lack of parks, sidewalks and sports/recreation facilities

Early Years[edit | edit source]

Young People [edit | edit source]

Older Adults[edit | edit source]

Adults with disability[edit | edit source]